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British Cycling has been notified of a possible anti-doping rule violation by one of its riders, the organisation has confirmed.
An unnamed cyclist failed an in-competition drugs test, with the UCI set to investigate further.
"British Cycling can confirm that it has been notified by the UCI of a potential anti-doping rule violation against a British rider based on an analysis of a sample provided in competition," a widely reported quote from a British Cycling spokesman said.
"As with any other doping violation charge at this level, those proceedings will be managed independently of British Cycling by the UCI.
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"It would be inappropriate to comment further until the process has been completed."
The news comes at the end of a week in which Shane Sutton stood down from his role as technical director amid allegations of discriminatory behaviour towards female and disabled members of the team.